Sheraton Jeddah Hotel

... are the open areas around it where you see people living in cardboard huts sifting through the refuse people throw away for whatever they can sell and/or use. <br><br>We had earmarked the latter part of our stay for trips, but there was an unexpected death in the family and complications with my in-laws housing which grounded us for the remainder of our trip --I wasn't even able to visit the old part of Jeddah, which has some amazing architecture.

... It was a feeling I have never experienced in my life and don't want to ever experience that feeling again. On 12.45pm flight tomorrow out of London and in the Sheraton just now drinking free wine!!!!! See you all soon and my friend in Jeddah those I met and those I didn't get a chance to meet, one day we will meet up again I promise.

... But hey her loss!!!!! Also found out from the guard that she has had my ticket and passport since Wednesday!!! So not a clue why she kept telling Jana that she didnt have it!!!! Apart from her showing her authority!! But all she has done is shown me how Saudi Royals treat Wester people!! Im just so so glad Im out of it as if this is what she can be like then who knows what would have happened in March!!!!

... had a call from a guy that interviewed me for a job in November they live between Saudi and Jordan wants to speak again to me when I get back to the UK but I just don't know this has been such a terrible and frightening experience I just don't know what to do. Ive taken a few photos today well I had to didn't I just to prove that you can be a westerner out here. OH and Ive got loads of souvenirs on my legs, neck, arms, back etc etc

... have a life here as well as work. They where telling me yesterday about a Ball they all went to on Thursday evening at the English Embassy , there is another Ball there the end of March and they have these things on at least each month!!!! It is in an English School so I have sent off my application form, CV etc etc so fingers crossed and we will see what happens. Forgot to take my camera with me yesterday as I was happy and excited at being let out for the day, so didn't get any photos.

Sorry I have not done much on my Travel Pod but not really got the heart or mind to do it maybe after a week or so I might!! Need to get a leats a few photos before the end of March. At least I can say it was an experience and it will make me stronger as a person.

Arrived safely and got through passport and customs with no problems. Went for a medical this morning for my residency visa. The place where I am staying/living is very grand lovely and big and airy......though I must admit my room isn't as large as I thought it would be, especially when I see the children's (Princes and Princesses) rooms they are like HUGE beds bigger than king size and also a seating area with like two 3 seater sofas in!!! But hey I've got to remember ...

wow its been almost six weeks. time has gone so fast. been out to dinner, shopping and the beach - thats covers all the social things to do here! made some good friends and am looking forward to the year ahead. with everyone planning trips home this summer I'm gonna use the time to try and discover parts of the city ...

... person I heard saying, "Stewardess, waitress sa airplane lang yan." Hey, watch out! Be careful... we're not here on board juz to serve you food asking, "Chicken, beef or fish?" or offering you tea or coffee. We're all educated and trained not juz to serve but we're here for you for your own safety. We're trained on how to handle anticipated or unanticipated emergencies. Why, can you save yourself alone? Maybe, let's see... but I'm telling you, you still need us!! A flight ...